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SUMMARY:Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a little one who loves animals\, nature\, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings\, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings\, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver\, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time\, sensory activities\, crafts\, and outdoor exploration! \nThe series is held on the first Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 am and 10 – 11 am.  The cost to participate is $5 per child and $5 per adult per program and includes admission to the Education Center after the program. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. A State Park Vehicle Entry Permit is not required in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. For questions about the program\, please contact Jen Ruyle\, Outdoor Education Specialist\, at 402-332-5022 or jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov. \nLittle Saplings Summer/Fall 2026 Schedule \nWednesays\, 9am – 10am and 10am – 11 am (choose one time to attend) \n\n\n\nDATE\nMONTHLY THEME\n\n\nJuly 1\nSnails\n\n\nAugust 5\nPrairies\n\n\nSeptember 2\nSpectacular Spiders\n\n\nOctober 7\nSeed Search\n\n\nNovember 4\nFall Leaves\n\n\nDecember 2\nFood Chains
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/little-saplings-nature-discovery-program/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a little one who loves animals\, nature\, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings\, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings\, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver\, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time\, sensory activities\, crafts\, and outdoor exploration! \nThe series is held on the first Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 am and 10 – 11 am.  The cost to participate is $5 per child and $5 per adult per program and includes admission to the Education Center after the program. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. A State Park Vehicle Entry Permit is not required in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. For questions about the program\, please contact Jen Ruyle\, Outdoor Education Specialist\, at 402-332-5022 or jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov. \nLittle Saplings Summer/Fall 2026 Schedule \nWednesays\, 9am – 10am and 10am – 11 am (choose one time to attend) \n\n\n\nDATE\nMONTHLY THEME\n\n\nJuly 1\nSnails\n\n\nAugust 5\nPrairies\n\n\nSeptember 2\nSpectacular Spiders\n\n\nOctober 7\nSeed Search\n\n\nNovember 4\nFall Leaves\n\n\nDecember 2\nFood Chains
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/little-saplings-nature-discovery-program-3/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Nature Zines Workshop at Schramm Education Center
DESCRIPTION:Spend an evening getting creative with us at the Schramm Education Center on Thursday evening\, July 16 by making your own nature zine! \nZines are mini-magazines that can be shared to bring joy and spread a positive message about nature. Participants will make zines to keep or share. All materials will be provided. This program is free and all artistic ability levels are welcome; recommended for ages 7 and up\, but younger friends may join and can enjoy alternate activities that we will have available. \nPre-registration required: REGISTER HERE \nA park sticker is not required to park in the Education Center parking lot.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/nature-zines-workshop/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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SUMMARY:Dead Ahead Volunteer Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The goal of Dead Ahead: Nebraska’s Roadkill Reporting Project is simple but impactful — collect enough statewide data to clearly identify wildlife-crossing hotspots and peak movement trends. Wildlife-vehicle collision data can help us make Nebraska a safer place for wildlife and humans. \nJoin us on July 18th\, 2026 | 10am-12pm at Schramm Education Center for a training workshop that will teach participants how to conduct surveys for this new roadkill reporting project! \nNebraska Game and Parks is looking for dedicated volunteers that can commit to conducting roadkill observation (photo only) surveys every month following the schedule below: \nDue to peak wildlife movement periods\, each site should be surveyed at least twice a month. \n\nFeb-Apr\nSept-Nov\n\nOutside of these peak seasons\, sites should be surveyed a minimum of once a month. \n\nDec-Jan\nMay-Aug\n\nIn this training workshop\, participants will: \n\nLearn about community science\nGain a deeper understanding of road ecology and how it impacts wildlife and humans\nAcquire basic ID skills for common animals in Nebraska\nRun through how to conduct a survey and upload observation data to iNaturalist\nReceive resources and materials\n\nRegistration is required to attend this workshop please REGISTER HERE. Spots are limited! \n*You must be 18+ of age to participate in this project
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/dead-ahead-volunteer-training-workshop/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brianna Nugent":MAILTO:brianna.nugent@nebraska.gov
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